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Our favourite mums in children's literature
"Love as powerful as your mother's for you leaves its own mark. To have been loved so deeply, even though the person who loved us is gone, will give us some protection forever” J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
We'd like to thank mums everywhere. Happy Mother's Day.
We'd like to thank mums everywhere. Happy Mother's Day.
Mar 2024
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What to expect at your Kumon assessment
At Kumon, every child’s journey begins with an initial assessment. This is a great opportunity for you to meet your Instructor, discover where your child is placed in their current learning and ability, and find out more about Kumon study. Have you ever wondered how a Kumon Instructor assesses your child? Here, we take you through what to expect at your Kumon initial assessment, step-by-step.
Sep 2023
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Five steps to becoming your own boss
From managing your own time, to being able to focus on your true interests and passions, self-employment puts you in the driving seat and comes with many benefits.
If you're considering becoming your own boss, read on for our handy guide to help you take those first steps into the world of working for yourself.
If you're considering becoming your own boss, read on for our handy guide to help you take those first steps into the world of working for yourself.
Mar 2021
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Why are Kumon students encouraged to do calculations without writing carries and borrows?
Doing calculations without carries and borrows is a more advanced calculation skill and by working in this way a child expands their mental capacity and develops greater mental agility as compared to the child who needs to write down carries and borrows.
Feb 2021
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